The U.S. government told the Nez Perce in 1877 to move to a reservation far from their home, or else. What started out peacefully ended in a desperate attempt to escape U.S. forces. About 800 tribal members ran for their lives, almost reaching safety in Canada. How would it affect their lives and change the United States?
"After a broad overview at the outset, a historical event is examined more thoroughly using a cause-and-effect framework. . . .Quotes from major players are incorporated, adding gripping human drama. . . .Informative and attractive."
School Library Journal
"This series' cause/effect organization is easy for students to follow. . . .Political and/or military action taken against Native Americans, treaties, politicians, and wars are explained in brief. The final pages have three critical thinking areas for students to consider using the Common Core."
